Heavy Equipment Technician - Construction/Forestry

Brandt Group of Companies; Cranbrook; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Learning opportunities

Career advancement

Benefits package

Retirement plan

Job summary

Brandt is seeking a Resident Heavy Equipment Technician based in Elk Valley, Cranbrook. The role focuses on repair and maintenance of construction, forestry and mining equipment in a shop environment, with a 7 days on/7 days off shift pattern.

The position requires knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, a relevant trade qualification is preferred and at least 3 years of experience. Proficiency with diagnostic tools and strong customer-service skills are expected.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate forklift.
• Trade qualification (Heavy Equipment, Agriculture, Truck/Transport, Automotive) considered as asset.
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Strong diagnostic skills for equipment repair.
• Comfort with computer-based diagnostics and calibration work.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• Commitment to high quality customer service.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate working condition of equipment, diagnose, disassemble/assemble, order parts, and repair in a shop setting.
• Use related instruments, hand and power tools, and auxiliary equipment safely and effectively.
• Document on work orders all machine information, actions taken and time.
• Ensure tasks are performed safely and to standards.
• Use John Deere Service Advisor and other systems to document maintenance, inspection and diagnosis.
• Locate parts from catalogs and order parts as needed.
• Road test equipment and check attachment operation when required.

Skills

Strong communication

Time management

Diagnostics

Computer literacy

Safety awareness

Mechanical knowledge

Tools

John Deere Service Advisor

Job description

Brandt is seeking a Resident Heavy Equipment Technician based in Elk Valley, Cranbrook. The role focuses on repair and maintenance of construction, forestry and mining equipment in a shop environment, with a 7 days on/7 days off shift pattern.

The position requires knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, a relevant trade qualification is preferred and at least 3 years of experience. Proficiency with diagnostic tools and strong customer-service skills are expected.